Your chance to hit the road for the Fire Fighters Charity

Cyclists can clock up some miles and lend their support to the county’s firefighters at the same time by taking part in this year’s Suffolk Fire Ride.
Published: 03 Jul 2024

The annual event is a popular fundraiser for the Fire Fighters Charity, which helps past and present fire and rescue service personnel and their families.

This year’s event is on Sunday July 7 and is being hosted by Aldeburgh station, from where two routes will start and finish via the beautiful countryside and the iconic coastline of Suffolk.

Riders can take part in one of two signed routes of 37 or 65 miles, starting from 8am and with registration open from 7am on the day.

This year’s ride is the 11th event.

Group Manager Carolyn Crabb of SFRS said:

“The Suffolk Fire Ride is always a popular event, and we are gateful for the support of those taking part and their family and friends.

“The ride is open to cyclists of all abilities and the money raised from the event will go towards supporting fire fighters across the country through the Fire Fighters Charity.”

The event details are:

Date: 7th July 2024

Venue: Aldeburgh Fire Station, Kings Field, Aldeburgh IP15 5EJ

Time: 8am, registration opens 7am

Distances: Two signed routes, 37 and 65 miles

The online entry fee for any distance is £30 (registration fees included. On the day entry is £35).

For more details go to www.suffolkfireride.co.uk/suffolk-fire-ride-2024/

The Fire Fighters Charity was formed in the Second World War to support the families of firefighters killed in the Blitz.

Since then, it has evolved to offer a range of mental, physical and social welfare support services for firefighters.